Soil & Water Services

PURPOSE:

The Harnett County Soil and Water Conservation District is a subdivision of StateGovernment. Improving water quality, preventing soil erosion, protecting andimproving water resources, promoting and encouraging sound conservation practices by providing information and technical assistance, are some of the responsibilities and the purpose of the district.

TECHNICAL SERVICES:

Technical Assistance is available on issues relating to erosion control andwater quality (advice and/or planning) to landowners, agricultural producersand the general public.

COST SHARE PROGRAMS:

The Soil and Water Conservation District accepts applications for eligible practices under the NC Agricultural Cost Share Program to improve waterquality while preventing and controlling soil and water erosion

The Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) and The NaturalResources Conservation Service (NRCS) work together to provideinformation and help not only to the farming community but to the General public as well. Other agencies that are considered partners and play an important role in providing technical and informational service include NC State Forest Service, NC Cooperative Extension Service, theFarm Service Agency and the Wildlife Agencies.

EQUIPMENT:

The SWCD Supervisors provide No Till Drills to encourage better farming practices. The rent charged is used for repairs and replacement. The District has netting, staples, risers, and tees that canbe purchased and used for erosion and water control practices.

SOIL SURVEY OF HARNETT COUNTY:

This is a very useful source of information that can be used in land useplanning . It contains soil maps, soil characteristics and classifications, soil properties, and tables. The Soil Survey Books may be viewed or picked up atthe Harnett Soil & Water Conservation District Office or USDA-NRCS Office.

FINANCIAL SUPPORT:

The County provides office space and financial support. The District Partners with USDA-NRCS to provide service and technical assistance to the County.The District Partners with USDA-NRCS in providing assistance to applicantsfor establishing soil and water conservation programs and practices.

AERIAL PHOTOGRAPHY:

Aerial Photo years begin as early as 1938 and run through 1988. We do not have complete coverage for all years. If you would like to view the photos, please call 910-893-7584 to schedule an appointment.